ENGINEERING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY: welding

The Welding programs prepare students for employment in the welding industry. Two tracks are offered: a general welding focus and a maritime welding focus. Graduates are provided education and training for environments such as shipyards, utilities, manufacturing, marine, and oil refineries.

A moderate level of manual dexterity and an average mechanical aptitude are helpful. Prospective welding students should contact the Welding Department at 822-2004 for prior approval before enrolling.

Certificate: Welding (995)

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The Certificate in Welding builds on the skills presented in the Career Studies Certificate in Welding.  In addition to learning about college success skills, students gain competencies in English and math.

Career Studies: Welding (221.995.01)

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The Career Studies Certificate in Welding prepares students for immediate employment in a number of industrial environments, including shipyards, utilities, manufacturing firms, and oil refineries. Students are introduced to various types of equipment and materials used in welding. Successful completers may qualify as tack welders or as journeyman welders. Students qualifying as a journeyman may successfully pass the AW S Journeyman Certification tests.

Career Studies: Maritime Welding (221.953.30)

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The Career Studies Certificate in Maritime Welding prepares students for entry-level positions as maritime welders.  While some welding skills are universal, this program will focus specifically on developing the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to obtain employment as a maritime welder.